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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 02:32 PM
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Got some Recaro's!

No not the OEM Recaro's, even better!

Recaro Pole Position






 
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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 02:34 PM
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ok, but your missing the shot of the in the MINI
 
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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 02:35 PM
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They look like they'll be a lot of fun getting in and out of
 
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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 03:43 PM
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always fun to get in and out of race bucket seats... i have the sparco rev on my side... worst is when winter comes and you have a hulking jacket...... if its snowing... it makes it ALL the more fun!

nice find.... they are the fiberglass version or the CF version?
 
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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 03:56 PM
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looks like you'll be making turns with out sliding, a good buy
 
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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 04:31 PM
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ok, but your missing the shot of the in the MINI

i think those replaced his Italian leather love seat.
 
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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 04:37 PM
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very nice seats
 
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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 04:45 PM
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sweet man, everytime i drive in my friends mini with racing seats i constantly feel like a baby in a glorified car seat... its so snug and strapped in, all i need is a dummy and i'd be set! they look good though, congrats on your purchase!
 
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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 04:53 AM
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A 3.9V resister works perfectly jammed into the seat-airbag sensor - keeps the light from coming on...

Need to pictures in the car!!!

I've got a Sparco Evo2 in mine and I love it....a second one is on the way soon...with the rear seats coming out in short-order as well...

(hurrah! that was my 1000th post!)
 
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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 05:00 AM
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Originally Posted by kenchan
i think those replaced his Italian leather love seat.
You know, now that you mention it, that couch is looking a little raged.
 
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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 07:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Tit
A 3.9V resister works perfectly jammed into the seat-airbag sensor - keeps the light from coming on...

Need to pictures in the car!!!

I've got a Sparco Evo2 in mine and I love it....a second one is on the way soon...with the rear seats coming out in short-order as well...

(hurrah! that was my 1000th post!)
Thanks for the tip!

I will have to buy the side mounts and sliders but winter got here yesterday so I won't be able to enjoy my new seats for like 6months.

I'll get some pics of them in the car as soon as possible, sometime during the winter. Anyone got some nice harness to recommend as well?

I'm also throwing the rear seats out.
 
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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 07:20 AM
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I had Recaro's years ago on a VW Scirocco...they were by far the most comfortable, secure seats I've ever had. They made you feel like you were part of the car. Good luck with them!
 
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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 07:56 AM
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http://soloracer.com/minirallye4.html
 
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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 08:02 AM
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I want a set of these Recaros (Euro GP seats):
http://www.seriouswheels.com/2006/20...-1920x1440.htm
 
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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 08:51 PM
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you make mae jealous mario..
 
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Old Nov 3, 2006 | 07:23 AM
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Nice!
 
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Old Nov 3, 2006 | 10:46 AM
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It's about damn time! They look great. They would look even better in the car. You should make one into a gamer's chair.
 
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Old Nov 5, 2006 | 07:05 PM
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congratz, take some pics after installation Mario
 
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Old Nov 6, 2006 | 11:26 AM
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Thanks guys, appreciate it! I will take plenty pics after the install.

Got some new photo gear today so here's another pic.



 
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Old Nov 8, 2006 | 10:01 AM
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Recaro A8's

Hey now, nice seats.....can I ask what bracket/rails your gonna use? I've got a set Recaro A8's in black leather and I'm having trouble finding the correct setup for a Mini....I'm also in same boat as I'll probably wait till spring/summer before I install cuz I'm really diggin my OEM heated seats.....pretty sure I saw a site that sells the heating kit but I didn't save as a favorite so I can't remember where I saw it......take a look at what I'm putting in.....what do ya'll think?? These pics were taken before I had them retrimmed in Porsche black leather

 
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Old Nov 8, 2006 | 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by fj0
No not the OEM Recaro's, even better!

Recaro Pole Position


If you sell your stock seats, let me know.
 
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